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Visit autoexpress.co.uk for all the latest new cars news WE’VE driven one of the most eagerly awaited cars of recent times this week, Jaguar’s much hyped entry into the thriving SUV market, the F-Pace. And the exciting news is that according to our news editor Richard Ingram, who put it to the test, it’s extremely good indeed. “Beautifully controlled on a twisty road, and cleverly packaged, too,” was his verdict, which will come as a relief to those of us who love the sporty Ian Callum styling and have fervently hoped the car will prove its worth on the road. Of course, one of the reasons this car has been so keenly anticipated is the masterful pre-launch campaign orchestrated by Jaguar. In a digital age where news breaks every minute…

Richard_Ingram@dennis.co.uk @rsp_ingram “Steering is sharp and perfectly weighted, while the ride is nicely judged” ■ Jag’s first SUV proves it has what it takes to rival Porsche Macan ■ Combines luxury, refinement, agile handling; priced from £34,170 THE crossover market is growing faster than any other, with manufacturers offering niches within niches to satisfy buyers wanting something a little different. It’s a wonder, then, why it has taken Jaguar so long to make its first foray into this highly competitive sector. But the F-Pace is finally here, so does it deliver? In terms of size, the Jag sits between the BMW X3 and X5, although engineers will freely admit that the Porsche Macan was a benchmark for the car’s dynamic ability. Jaguar also claims this new SUV can take on…

“Model 3 will go head-to-head with the established big sellers in the compact executive class when it arrives, with a starting price of $35,000 in the US” FEW cars have been as highly anticipated as the Tesla Model 3. But the wait is finally over, as the all-electric BMW 3 Series rival has been revealed at the SpaceX headquarters in Los Angeles, California. The Model 3 will go head-to-head with the established big sellers in the compact executive class when it arrives at the end of 2017, with a starting price of $35,000 (around £24,400) in the US. The car is likely to cost nearer to £35,000 by the time it arrives in the UK, but the Government’s grant for plug-in vehicles means it will send alarm bells ringing across…

“We were riding in one of the dual-motor all-wheel-drive cars, which offers better traction and performance than the basic reardrive model revealed in LA” FOLLOWING the launch of the Model 3, we took a brief ride around Los Angeles in Tesla’s new EV with the brand’s vice president of engineering Doug Field at the wheel. Field was kind enough to floor the throttle during our quick jaunt, and the Model 3 leapt from a standstill to an indicated 60mph in around four-anda-half seconds, with the torquey, jet-like acceleration typical of the existing Model S. He informed us we were riding in one of the dual-motor all-wheel-drive cars, which offers better traction and performance than the basic rear-drive model revealed in LA. An impromptu slalom showed that body roll was well…

“The engine line-up now includes a turbo 1.0-litre three-cylinder for the first time” NEW petrol engines will be backed up by a raft of big-car infotainment and safety technology when Audi’s facelifted A3 range goes on sale next month. The visual changes to the big-selling hatch, Sportback, Saloon and Cabriolet may seem isolated to a slightly wider grille, narrower headlamps and a widerlooking tailgate, but most of the work has been carried out under the skin. The engine line-up now includes a turbocharged 1.0-litre three-cylinder for the first time. This small unit delivers 114bhp and can access its 140Nm of torque from just 2,000rpm. It will likely power the entry-level edition in the UK, with a starting price of around £18,000. An all-new 2.0-litre four-cylinder turbocharged engine sits at the…

“There’s extra soundproofing to dampen engine noise and thicker windows to keep things quieter inside” SUBARU has announced a raft of updates inside and out for its Forester 4x4. The refreshed model gets a new exterior design, additional soundproofing and tweaks to the suspension. At the front, the new grille features a new mesh pattern, while L-shaped chrome trim has been added to the bumper. Adaptive LED headlamps with cornering function are new to the options list, and new LED tail-lights complete the subtle changes. Inside, you’ll find more soft-touch materials, with new piano-black and silver metallic trim brightening things up. Subaru has also added more cloth and leather upholstery options for the cabin. The various TFT displays on the Forester’s dash are now higher resolution, following last year’s sat-nav…